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Opel Olympia

General information

ModelOpel Olympia
Year1970
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating60.4 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1078 ccm (65.78 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement1078 ccm (65.78 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power60.5 PS (44 kW or 60 HP) at 5200 Rev. per min.
Max torque83.00 Nm (8.5 kgf-m or 61.2 ft.lbs) at 4400 Rev. per min.
Compression9.2:1
Bore x stroke75.0 x 61.0 mm (3.0 x 2.4 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0779 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space3890 litres (1,028 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight780 kg (1,719.6 pounds)
Overall length4190 mm (165.0 inches)
Overall width1620 mm (63.8 inches)
Overall height1410 mm (55.5 inches)
Wheelbase2420 mm (95.3 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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